It's holiday crunch time and we're loaded to the gills with fabulous gifts for friends, family, co-workers, your trainer, dog-walker... You get the idea.  We've extended our hours and have broken down the Open and Closed days below.

December 19-23 11a-6p
December 24: 11a-4p
Closed: December 25-29
December 30: 11a-6p
December 31: 11a-4p
Closed: January 1-3

We will resume our Winter Hours on January 4th: Wednesday - Saturday 11a -6p
or, by appointment--yeah, we really do that. Seriously.

The holiday season can be overwhelmingly stressful, we get it, but we hope this little shop has helped to bring you joy. Thank you so much for your continued support and enthusiasm.  Peace + Love, Pod.

We do a lot of talking over here about nesting, about how much we love textiles and the importance of making your home a comfy, nurturing space for you and your loved ones.
And you, thankfully, participate in that textile love. We’re birds of a feather.
We got to wondering though, simply because we deal with the same issue, where do you put your new wonderful blanket or towel when you're already sitting on years’ worth of soft-goods? When do you cull, and once you have, what do you do with that 10-year-old sheet set you no longer need?
Personally, we’ve taken those well-loved but still useful and clean blankets, sheets, and towels to the MSPCA-Angell Animal Care and Adoption Center in Boston. At MSPCA-Angell, these items are always in demand, but now that the fall chill is settling in, they’re needed more than ever. Textiles help animals feel nested, warm, and safe in sterile cages with cement floors. Why not send your unwanted items their way? Better yet, wash them, fold them, and bring them to Pod. We’ll cross that darned Charles River and deliver them ourselves. (please no used animal beds)
And what do you get other than space in your closet and our heartfelt thank you? Well, we’re holding a drawing. Whoever donates can throw their name into the pot for a chance to win a variety of prizes including gift certificates to Pod, 
Lamplighter Brewing Co, HiRise Bakery, Michelle Barrett Ceramics, Bow Street Flowers, Extras by Alaina, and Bagelsaurus  How's that for incentive ?!

*UPDATE: We are thrilled to be hosting Lamplighter Brewing Co. From 1-3p they will be serving up samples of their house-made beer. They're new to Cambridge so come and show 'em some love.

So please join us for this special textile drive and some good cheer. We’ll look for your familiar face behind that stack of blankets and sheets.

 The mission of the MSPCA-Angell is to protect animals, relieve their suffering, advance their health and welfare, prevent cruelty, and work for a just and compassionate society.

*A special thank you to our friend Rose for letting us use this image of her adorable French Bulldog named Bubs. You can find more of Bubs adventures and snarky remarks on her Instagram feed: yourgirlbubs

Wednesday, June 22nd is the, whew.. official last day of school. You see, in case you don't live nearby, our shop is situated right across the street from the Baldwin Elementary School and playground. What better way to break free than with a good old fashioned ice cream social. Come one, and all, we are thrilled to be hosting honeycomb creamery once again as they continue to wow us with their delicious small batch ice cream. Seriously tasty flavors will be scooped into cones and cups. Wildly excited last-day-of-school kids, relieved parents, and sprinkles will be on hand. It's running 3:00-4:30pm. Bring your wallet--pints for sale too. 

AND in case you didn't know, Kristen and Rory -the founders of HC-are opening a storefront just down the block at 1702 Mass. Ave.  They're shooting for a July release date so let's all wish them well on this next chapter in their small biz, small batch lives!

AND AND: The summer fun continues at Pod June 22nd-25th with summery Pop-Up selections on hand from Lisa B. (cotton espadrilles) and Matta (silk and cotton frocks)